A sustainable space
Our world-leading research, addressing the climate and ecological crises, informs the changes we’re making here at UCL as we hope to inspire climate and sustainability action across the world.
We are making change possible
Sustainability is at the heart of how we operate and the university is leading by example. UCL’s award-winning sustainable campus is already powered by 100% renewable electricity. We've reduced our carbon emissions by 53%, created over 10,000m2 of biodiverse space and opened our first net-zero carbon building at PEARL.
In the latest QS Sustainability Rankings, UCL secured 1st place in the UK, 3rd in Europe, and 5th globally, standing out among 1,744 universities worldwide.
We've also held First Class status in the People & Planet University League for seven consecutive years.
Join our vibrant community
As a student at UCL, you will have the opportunity to join one of our many sustainability societies, get growing on campus on our student-led allotment, or sign up to be a Sustainability Ambassador.
With over 230 sustainability-related modules, you can engage with cutting-edge research through inspiring lectures and workshops led by our academics.
Looking for hands-on experience? Enhance your CV, develop new skills, and meet like-minded people through our sustainability-focused volunteering opportunities.
We are transforming UCL
UCL Student Centre
One of the greenest, most sustainable buildings in the UK, UCL Student Centre is bathed in natural daylight, equipped with solar panels and benefits from reduced water consumption and a green roof to reduce its carbon footprint.
